Colcannon (Irish Mashed Potatoes)
Servings: 6 Servings
Ingredients
- 2 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes or Russet potatoes (peeled and cubed)
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter divided
- 1 leek white and light green parts only (thinly sliced)
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 5 ounces kale stems removed and chopped
- ½ cup heavy cream or milk
- 1 teaspoon salt (plus more to taste)
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
Instructions
- Cook the potatoes: Place the cubed potatoes in a large pot of salted water. Bring to a boil and cook until fork-tender, about 15 minutes. Drain and return them to the pot.2 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes
- Sauté the leeks and kale: In a large skillet over medium heat, melt 2 tablespoons of butter. Add the sliced leeks and cook for 3–4 minutes until softened. Add the garlic and chopped kale, cooking for another 2–3 minutes until the kale wilts. Remove from heat.1 leek, 2 cloves garlic, 5 ounces kale
- Mash the potatoes: Warm the heavy cream and remaining 2 tablespoons of butter in a small saucepan or microwave until melted. Mash the potatoes, then stir in the warm butter and cream mixture.½ cup heavy cream
- Combine everything: Fold the sautéed leeks and kale into the mashed potatoes. Season with salt and pepper to taste.1 teaspoon salt, ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
- Serve: Transfer to a serving dish, garnish with more butter chopped green onions, and enjoy warm!
Notes
- Servings: This colcannon recipe makes about 6 servings, with each serving being approximately ¾ cup to 1 cup of mashed potatoes.
- Adjusting the Dairy: Please use the heavy cream/milk and butter as a starting point. I start with these amounts then usually add a little more of one or the other depending on the consistency of the potatoes.
- About the Potatoes: Two pounds of Yukon Gold potatoes = about 5-6 potatoes. Two pounds of Russet potatoes = about 4-5 small to medium sized potatoes.
- About the Kale: I use curly kale for this recipe. Five ounces of kale = about 3-4 large kale leaves (stems removed).
- Salt and Pepper: Feel free to adjust the salt and pepper to your taste.
- How to Store: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat on the stovetop with a splash of milk or butter, or microwave in short bursts, stirring between intervals.
Nutrition Facts
Colcannon (Irish Mashed Potatoes)
Serving Size
0.75 cup
Amount per Serving
Calories
270
% Daily Value*
Fat
15
g
23
%
Saturated Fat
9
g
56
%
Trans Fat
0.3
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
1
g
Monounsaturated Fat
4
g
Cholesterol
42
mg
14
%
Sodium
419
mg
18
%
Potassium
773
mg
22
%
Carbohydrates
31
g
10
%
Fiber
5
g
21
%
Sugar
3
g
3
%
Protein
5
g
10
%
Vitamin A
3136
IU
63
%
Vitamin C
54
mg
65
%
Calcium
105
mg
11
%
Iron
2
mg
11
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
